Women in Data Science Worldwide

Professor Margot Gerritsen, Chisoo Lyons
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Women in Data Science Worldwide Podcast

Leading women in data science share their work, advice, and lessons learned along the way. Hear how data science is being applied and having impact across domains— from healthcare to finance to climate change and more. Hosted by Professor Emerita Margot Gerritsen from Stanford University and Chisoo Lyons, Chief Program Director of Women in Data Science Worldwide.

  1. From Internship to Impact: A Data Scientist’s Journey

    19 JUL

    From Internship to Impact: A Data Scientist’s Journey

    Sydney Hazen, a Privacy Data Scientist at Ford, shares her journey from a college intern to a full-time role. She highlights how internships can lead to job offers and the importance of real-world experience and corporate navigation.

    28 min
  2. The Power of Linguistics in Large Language Models and AI

    19 APR

    The Power of Linguistics in Large Language Models and AI

    Listen to Karin Golde, a linguistic expert and AI entrepreneur, as she discusses the rise of large language models (LLMs) and the impact of ChatGPT. Karin reflects on the unexpected popularity of LLMs and the role of OpenAI. The challenges and limitations of LLMs are discussed, including the need for human understanding emphasizing the need for diverse perspectives and cultural understanding in AI development. Karin shares her personal experience of using LLMs and highlights the importance of balancing innovation with regulation in the AI industry. Karin concludes the podcast sharing about her career journey and her recent transition to working as an independent consultant. She offers advice for women considering leadership roles and emphasizes the importance of thinking broadly about one's place in an organization.

    43 min
  3. Applying topological data analysis and geometry-based ML

    22 FEB

    Applying topological data analysis and geometry-based ML

    Margot Gerittsen speaks with Colleen Farrelly, Mathematician at Post Urban Ventures and Author of The Shape of Data: Geometry-Based Machine Learning and Data Analysis in R. Colleen is known for network science, topological data analysis, and geometry-based machine learning. This podcast covers the challenges and rewards of interdisciplinary work and her journey in the discipline of data science.

    28 min
  4. Using Curiosity, Mentorship, and Education to Build a Career

    25 JAN

    Using Curiosity, Mentorship, and Education to Build a Career

    Listen to the incredible and inspiring journey of Avalon Baldwin’s career journey. A self-described data nerd, she was not only the first in her family to attend college, she went on to get a graduate degree. Today she is an entrepreneur running her own consulting company. In conversation with Chisoo Lyons, Avalon shares how curiosity, mentorship, and coaching made a difference in her life.

    35 min
  5. Fighting Crypto Crime with Data Science

    29/11/2023

    Fighting Crypto Crime with Data Science

    In this episode, Margot Gerittsen speaks with Kim Grauer. Kim is the Director of Research at Chainalysis, where she examines trends in cryptocurrency economics and crime. Listen as she talks about her obsession with fighting fraud in the cryptocurrency market.

    34 min
  6. Using Storytelling to Communicate with Stakeholders

    19/10/2023

    Using Storytelling to Communicate with Stakeholders

    Michelle Katics, CEO and co-founder of BankersLab, emphasizes the significance of merging technical, business, and soft skills in risk management training. She stresses the value of simplifying complex ideas through storytelling and encourages women to engage in data science and entrepreneurship. Additionally, Katics highlights her involvement in volunteer work, urging collaboration and diversity to foster innovation and success.

    40 min
  7. Data Science Leadership: Creating Meaningful Impact

    29/09/2023

    Data Science Leadership: Creating Meaningful Impact

    In this episode, Mary Krone explores her career shift from a PhD in chemistry and biochemistry to data science, where she builds financial credit models. She highlights her work’s tangible impact and discusses the challenges of work-life balance. Mary’s passion for data science’s positive potential in finance shines through as she debunks misconceptions, talks about career paths, and dives into the evolving world of data science and generative AI. The episode also includes topics of the need for continuous learning and the blend of art and science in data science.

    43 min
  8. Kate Kolich on Mentorship, Data Ethics, and Leadership

    29/08/2023

    Kate Kolich on Mentorship, Data Ethics, and Leadership

    Kate Kolich serves as the Assistant Governor and the General Manager of Information Data and Analytics at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. With an extensive background in the financial sector, she also has significant public sector experience. Throughout her impressive career, she's delved into areas like data analytics, digital strategy, information management, data governance, business intelligence, and data warehousing, among others. Soon after the launch of Women in Data Science (WiDS) at Stanford, Kate became an active WiDS ambassador. She has organized numerous WiDS conferences in New Zealand, spotlighting nearly 100 female data scientists. Beyond this, Kate is a passionate mentor and supporter of many professionals in New Zealand. In our episode, we discuss Kate's role at the Reserve Bank, the role of her team, highlights from her career, and her insights on being a successful woman leader in her field.

    32 min
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Leading women in data science share their work, advice, and lessons learned along the way. Hear how data science is being applied and having impact across domains— from healthcare to finance to climate change and more. Hosted by Professor Emerita Margot Gerritsen from Stanford University and Chisoo Lyons, Chief Program Director of Women in Data Science Worldwide.

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  • Creator
    Professor Margot Gerritsen, Chisoo Lyons
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    53
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    ©2024 Women in Data Science Worldwide
  • Show Website
    Women in Data Science Worldwide

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